The Ministry of Coal (MoC), along with its Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), is implementing Special Campaign 5.0. From October 2nd to 31st, 2025, significant progress has been achieved. A total of 272 sites have been cleaned (15,73,560 sq. ft. of 82,51,511 sq. ft. target). 1,307 MT of scrap out of 8,678 MT has been disposed of, generating ₹7,25,88,953. 4,307 physical and 8,028 electronic files were reviewed, resulting in 5,100 files being weeded out.
Key initiatives include:
* **Waste to Art:**
* Coal India Limited's "ANGARA" mascot, sculpted from iron scrap at the Central Workshop, Tadali (WCL), was inaugurated on October 2nd, 2025.
* SECL's Central Excavation Workshop (CEWS), Gevra Area, created a large-scale art installation of the S-400 anti-missile system and a robotic soldier, inspired by Operation Sindoor.
* **Store Room to Creche:** Transforming a store room previously filled with scrap items into a Creche.
* **Inclusivity Initiatives:**
* WCL introduced the ‘Pink Dispensary' at Patansaongi, Nagpur Area, operated by women employees.
* SECL inaugurated its first fully women-operated Central Warehouse for spare parts supply and management in Korba.
* **Modern Cleaning Practices:** SECL operates 20 Mechanical Road Sweeping Machines across 9 areas.
* **Cyber Security Workshop:** The Ministry of Coal organized a workshop on Cyber Security under the initiative "Cyber Jagrit Bharat".
The Ministry of Coal and its Coal PSUs remain committed to institutionalizing cleanliness, efficiency, inclusivity, and sustainability through its continued efforts under Special Campaign 5.0, building upon the success and momentum of previous campaigns.
Posted On: 09 OCT 2025 5:14PM by PIB Delhi
(Release ID: 2176878)
Shuhaib T / Durgesh Kumar
Key Entities Referenced
Special Campaign 5.0: A campaign by the Ministry of Coal focused on promoting cleanliness, efficiency, and sustainability across the coal sector.
Ministry of Coal: The primary governmental body responsible for the initiatives and campaign described in the document.
Coal India Ltd: Public sector undertaking whose mascot 'ANGARA' is part of the waste-to-art initiative.
SECL: Public sector undertaking implementing a women-operated store and anti-missile system project.
Ministry of Coal
Ministry of Coal Drives Forward Special Campaign
5.0 with Impactful Initiatives and Best Practices
Posted On: 09 OCT 2025 5:14PM by PIB Delhi
As part of the ongoing Special Campaign 5.0, the Ministry of Coal (MoC), along with its Public Sector
Undertakings (PSUs), has been actively implementing a wide range of activities identified during the
preparatory phase of the campaign. These efforts have led to the adoption of several best practices promoting
cleanliness, efficiency, and sustainability across the coal sector.
During the implementation phase from 2nd to 31st October 2025, significant progress has been achieved. So
far, a total of 272 sites have been cleaned covering 15,73,560 sq. ft. against the target of 82,51,511 sq. ft. Out
of the targeted 8,678 MT of scrap, 1,307 MT has been disposed off, generating a revenue of ₹7,25,88,953. In
addition, 4,307 physical and 8,028 electronic files have been reviewed, resulting in 5,100 files being weeded
out or closed.
Some of the best ractices, innovative and inspiring initiatives during the campaign are as follow-
1. Waste to Art
i. “ANGARA”-The Mascot of Coal India Ltd
Coal India Limited’s mascot, “ANGARA”, is being sculpted entirely from iron scrap material by
the Central Workshop, Tadali (WCL). The mascot was inaugurated on 2nd October 2025,
showcasing the organization’s innovative spirit and its commitment to sustainability through
creative reuse of scrap materials.
ii. Anti-missile system and a robotic soldier (SECL – CEWS, Gevra Area)
In a unique creative endeavor, SECL’s Central Excavation Workshop (CEWS), Gevra Area, has
transformed industrial scrap into a large-scale art installation symbolizing India’s defense
preparedness and technological advancement. The project features a model of the S-400 anti-
missile system accompanied by a robotic soldier, inspired by Operation Sindoor, whichhighlighted the importance of advanced defense systems in safeguarding the nation.
2. Store Room To Creche
A store room previously filled with scrap items such as redundant almirahs and cabinets has been transformed
into a Creche, creating a safe and nurturing environment for children while showcasing efficient space
utilization and re-purposing of resources.
3. Inclusivity initiatives
i. Pink Dispensary WCL – Patansaongi, Nagpur Area
At Patansaongi, Nagpur Area, WCL has introduced the ‘Pink Dispensary’ — operated solely by
women employees, ensuring healthcare with compassion, care, strength and empowerment in the
workplace.ii. All-Women Operated Central Store - SECL
At SECL, the first-ever fully women-operated Central Warehouse for spare parts supply and
management has been inaugurated at Korba. This landmark initiative underscores the growing
participation of women in operational and management roles within the coal industry, furthering the
spirit of Atmanirbhar Bharat and gender inclusivity.
4. Modern Cleaning Practices
SECL is currently operating 20 Mechanical Road Sweeping Machines across 9 different Areas. These
machines are utilized for cleaning coal transportation roads as well as colony roads.
5. Workshop on Cyber Security, Organized at the Ministry of Coal
As part of the Special Campaign 5.0, the Ministry of Coal organized a Workshop on Cyber Security under the
initiative “Cyber Jagrit Bharat”.
The workshop aimed to sensitize officials about cyber threats, promote best practices for online safety, and
emphasize the importance of maintaining robust cyber hygiene across all digital operations within the
Ministry and its PSUs.The Ministry of Coal and its Coal PSUs remain committed to institutionalizing cleanliness, efficiency,
inclusivity, and sustainability through its continued efforts under Special Campaign 5.0, building upon the
success and momentum of previous campaigns
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Shuhaib T / Durgesh Kumar
(Release ID: 2176878)